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Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml
Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is used to improve nutritional status in patients who cannot tolerate or take oral nutrition. It restores both essential and nonessential amino acids that play a key role in producing energy, regulating mood, repairing damaged tissues, and strengthening immunity. It also helps improve nitrogen balance and promotes faster recovery, especially in hospitalised patients.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

AMINO ACIDS

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is used in the delivery of parenteral nutrition in patients who cannot tolerate or take oral nutrition. Parenteral nutrition is a process by which nutritional products are infused into the body through a vein. It is usually carried out in terminal conditions.

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml works by supplying both essential and non-essential amino acids to the body, which are required for producing energy, regulating mood, repairing damaged tissues, and strengthening immunity. It provides nutrients essential for the proper growth and functioning of the body.

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Generally, Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is well tolerated. Inform your doctor if you have any allergic reactions/ hypersensitivity reactions to this product.

If you are allergic to Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml should be given to children only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml. You should also inform your doctor if you are taking other supplements or medicines. Additionally, let your doctor know if you have heart, liver, or kidney disease, or any other pre-existing conditions, before starting treatment.

Description

The Smofkabiven Infusion, 1448 ml provides well-rounded parenteral nutrition. This ready-to-use formulation brings together a balanced blend of amino acids, glucose, lipids, and electrolytes. It's available for administration in different ways to suit individual needs, including central or peripheral routes. Smofkabiven Infusion uses 4-oil lipid emulsion (SMOFlipid® 20%) to deliver a well-balanced fatty acid profile that aligns with recommended ratios. The infusion also boasts a high content of amino acids, topped up with taurine supplementation.

It is beneficial for critically ill patients, post-operative individuals and those undergoing radiation or chemotherapy, this balanced nutritional solution may help alleviate cholestasis and provide immunomodulatory effects. Its user-friendly design includes self-sealing stable ports and easily opened peel seals to simplify handling. The Smofkabiven Infusion price reflects its comprehensive nutritional provision and ease of use.



Features

  • Equipped with a unique four-oil lipid blend in the form of SMOFlipid® 20%
  • Contains a high concentration of amino acids, including taurine
  • Complete with hygienic port membranes that self-seal and maintain stability
  • Peel seals can be opened with ease for user-friendly handling

Uses of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is used in the treatment of Nutritional deficiencies. The detailed uses of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml are as follows:

  • Provide Nutrition: Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml provides both essential and non-essential amino acids directly into the bloodstream for patients who cannot eat or absorb nutrients through the digestive tract, such as those with severe gastrointestinal disorders, post-surgical recovery, or critical illness.
  • Nitrogen Balance: Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml helps maintain a positive nitrogen balance, which is crucial for healing and recovery in catabolic states like infections, cancer, or after major surgery.
  • Tissue Repair: Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is the building block of proteins, so it supports wound healing, muscle maintenance, and tissue regeneration, especially in post-operative or immobilised patients.
  • Support Recovery: Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml supports faster recovery from surgery, trauma, or illness by providing essential nutrients for healing and recovery.

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Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional through the intravenous route.
  • Do not self-administer.

Key Benefits

  • Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is used to improve nutritional status in patients who cannot tolerate or take oral nutrition.
  • It provides essential and non-essential amino acids that support protein synthesis and help correct negative nitrogen balance.
  • It supports energy production by aiding metabolic processes, helping alleviate weakness and fatigue.
  • It strengthens immunity, helping to protect against infections, especially in individuals with weakened immunity.
  • It also supports recovery from surgery, trauma, or illness by providing essential nutrients for healing and recovery.
  • It promotes overall growth and proper functioning of the body..

How Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml Works

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml works by supplying both essential and non-essential amino acids to the body, which are required for producing energy, regulating mood, repairing damaged tissues, and strengthening immunity. It provides nutrients essential for the proper growth and functioning of the body.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.

What if I have taken an overdose of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml

Since Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or if you are experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml should be given to children only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml. You should also inform your doctor if you are taking other supplements or medicines. Additionally, let your doctor know if you have heart, liver, or kidney disease, or any other pre-existing conditions, before starting treatment.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TryptophanTranylcypromine
Critical
TryptophanSafinamide
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TryptophanTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking tranylcypromine with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome ( high levels of serotonin in body which result in shivering, high fever, diarrhea & muscle stiffness) .

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TryptophanSafinamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Safinamide with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Safinamide with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Potassium chlorideTolterodine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Tolterodine and Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml together can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Tolterodine and Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you develop severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), or less desire to eat. Do not discontinue medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideGlycopyrrolate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Glycopyrrolate with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml can increase the risk or severity of ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Glycopyrrolate with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideclidinium bromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml with clidinium bromide may increase the risk of irritant effects of potassium on your stomach and upper intestine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml with clidinium bromide is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, black, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideEplerenone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Using Eplerenone together with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml may significantly increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml with eplerenone is not recommended. You can take these medicines if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or an irregular heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideMeclizine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Meclizine and Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml (oral form) together can increase the potassium levels in blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Meclizine with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chloridePropantheline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Propantheline with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml can increase the chance of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Propantheline with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.
Potassium chlorideProcyclidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Procyclidine and Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Procyclidine with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is not recommended, but it can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideBiperiden
Critical
How does the drug interact with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml:
Taking Biperiden with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Biperiden with Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Dietary recommendations:

  • Follow the diet recommended by the dietitian.
  • Eat a protein-rich diet (if oral intake is allowed), such as eggs, curd, paneer, beans, soy, or fish, to support protein synthesis.
  • Add whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and healthy fats to ensure complete nutrition.
  • Drink adequate fluids unless fluid restriction is advised.
  • Include immunity-boosting foods like nuts, seeds, amla, and green leafy vegetables.

Lifestyle measures:

  • Get adequate rest and sleep to promote recovery.
  • Do light physical activity as advised by your doctor to maintain muscle strength.
  • Maintain good hygiene to reduce the risk of infection.
  • Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT]

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Alcohol

Caution

There is not enough literature to explain the effects of alcohol on Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml. Please consult your doctor before use.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available on the effect of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml in pregnant women. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Limited data is available on the effect of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml in breastfeeding mothers. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml.

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Driving

Not applicable

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml contains essential amino acids which does not affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml should be used with caution in those with established liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml should be used with caution in those with established kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

There is not enough literature to explain the effects of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml in children. Exercise caution before using Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml in children below 12 years of age. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

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Heart

Caution

Limited information was available regarding the use of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml in patients with heart problems. Please consult your doctor before receiving Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Limited information is available regarding the use of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml in elderly patients. If you have any concerns about the usage of Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml in geriatrics, please consult your doctor.

FAQs

SmofKabiven Infusion uses essential nutrients like amino acids, glucose, lipids, and electrolytes to provide a patient with daily nutritional requirements depending on their medical condition. It is useful for individuals who cannot consume food orally.

SmofKabiven Infusion is administered intravenously at a rate consistent with the patient's daily nutritional requirements and medical condition.

No, it is only suitable for adult patients and children aged 2 years and above. The usage and dosage of Smofkabiven Infusion , regardless of its volume, must be tailor-made to the individual patient's requirements and metabolic demands. It should always be administered under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

The amino acids in SmofKabiven may alleviate cholestasis in post-operative patients and offer immunomodulatory effects.

Side effects may include nausea, fever, shivering, and allergic reactions. However, these vary from person to person.

SmofKabiven Infusion provides vital nutrients directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system. This is beneficial for patients who cannot consume food orally or have certain digestive issues.

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml is used to improve nutritional status and aids in recovery from illness by providing essential and non-essential amino acids. It helps in faster recovery in hospitalised patients.

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml works by supplying both essential and non-essential amino acids to the body, which are required for producing energy, regulating mood, repairing damaged tissues, and strengthening immunity. It provides nutrients essential for the proper growth and functioning of the body.

You are recommended to take fish, eggs, poultry, beef, soy, dairy, quinoa, buckwheat, seeds, nuts, beans and some grains.

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml, generally considered safe when consumed in appropriate amounts. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and are essential for various bodily functions. However, excessive intake can lead to adverse effects. It is always best to consult with your doctor for personalized advice on using Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml safely.

Amino acids can have various benefits, such as supporting muscle growth, energy production, and weight loss. They may also enhance athletic performance, brain function, and mood while supporting immune system function and digestion. However, it's important to note that your diet may already provide sufficient amino acids, and some may interact with medications or health conditions. To determine if amino acids are suitable for you, consult with a healthcare professional who can assess your individual needs and provide personalized guidance.

Consuming high amounts of protein or amino acids can be harmful, and lead to metabolic disorders and liver damage. It is important to be aware of the risks and consult with your doctor to determine a safe and balanced intake.

Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml found in many natural foods. These include lean meats like chicken and fish, legumes like beans and lentils, nuts and seeds like almonds and chia seeds, whole grains, and vegetables like broccoli and spinach. Fruits like avocados and bananas, dairy products like milk and eggs, seafood like shrimp, and soy products like tofu are also good sources. Essential Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml include histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine - cannot be produced by the human body and must be obtained through diet. These nutrients play an important role in tissue growth and repair, enzyme and hormone production, metabolism, and immune function.

No. Only under the advice and supervision of a doctor, Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml should be used. The attending doctor will decide the need for administering Smofkabiven Infusion 1448 ml based on various clinical parameters.

Country of origin

Germany

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Fresenius Kabi AG? , Else-Kröner-Straße 1 ? , 61352 Bad Homburg , Germany
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Author Details

Veda MaddalaDoctor badge

Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Mar 2, 2026 | 11:30 AM IST

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